Employment Plaintiff Attorney

Zohorecruit; Los Angeles (CA); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Zohorecruit is assisting a prominent Los Angeles law firm in hiring an Employment Plaintiff Attorney with 1–3 years of employment law experience to join their litigation team.

You will represent employees in workplace disputes, draft pleadings, conduct research, and collaborate with experienced litigators in a fast-paced environment. This role offers growth, mentorship, and meaningful client-facing work.

Qualifikationen

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
• 1–3 years of employment law litigation experience.
• Experience handling employment matters from inception through resolution.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline-driven environment.

Aufgaben

• Manage a caseload of employment litigation matters.
• Represent employees in claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, and related employment law issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Take and defend depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and arbitrations.
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses.
• Evaluate liability, damages, and settlement opportunities.
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with trial proceedings as needed.
• Maintain accurate billing records and ensure compliance with litigation deadlines.

Kenntnisse

Research & writing

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Jobbeschreibung

Los Angeles, United States | Posted on 09/29/2026

Employment Plaintiff Attorney (1–3 Years Employment Law Experience)

About Us

We are a legal consulting and recruiting company that partners with leading law firms across the United States to connect them with exceptional legal talent. One of our clients, a well-established and growing law firm in Los Angeles, California, is seeking an Employment Plaintiff Attorney with 1–3 years of employment law experience to join their litigation team.

Position Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build their career representing employees in workplace disputes while working alongside experienced litigators in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of employment litigation matters.
• Represent employees in claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour violations, and related employment law issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Take and defend depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and arbitrations.
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses.
• Evaluate liability, damages, and settlement opportunities.
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with trial proceedings as needed.
• Maintain accurate billing records and ensure compliance with litigation deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
• 1–3 years of employment law litigation experience.
• Experience handling employment matters from inception through resolution.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience representing plaintiffs in employment litigation.
• Experience taking or defending depositions.
• Experience attending mediations and settlement conferences.
• Familiarity with legal case management and document management software.

Core Competencies

Successful candidates will possess:

• Strong litigation and case management skills.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical abilities.
• Effective negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Professionalism and sound judgment.
• Compassionate and client-focused approach.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Why Join Our Client?

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a respected and growing Los Angeles law firm.
• Professional development and long-term career growth.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Meaningful work advocating for employees and protecting workplace rights.